Nuru
boy nameNuru entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #5845 in 1977, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#5845
peak (1977)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 2010s | #9664 |
| 2020s | #11228 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nuru are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nuru is a kid of about 5 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nuru in 2025?
- Nuru is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nuru most popular?
- Nuru peaked in 1977, reaching #5845 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nuru with classmates?
- Nuru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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